{"id":3353,"date":"2023-08-23T15:08:06","date_gmt":"2023-08-23T14:08:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/droix.co.uk\/knowledge-base\/?post_type=kb&#038;p=3353"},"modified":"2025-07-04T09:46:22","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T08:46:22","slug":"gpd-win-max-2-2023","status":"publish","type":"kb","link":"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/gpd-win-max-2-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting started with the GPD WIN MAX 2 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Congratulations on purchasing the <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/gpd-win-max-2-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GPD WIN MAX 2 2023<\/a> handheld gaming computer. We have prepared a getting started guide which we highly recommend looking over. It contains what to check, how to update Windows, update device-specific software, firmware &amp; drivers and much more on your new <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product-category\/handhelds\/handheld-gaming-pcs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handheld gaming PC<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hardware\">Testing Your Hardware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you need to do when you take your device out of the box is to ensure that everything works as it&#8217;s supposed to. We&#8217;ve got an article <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/getting-started-with-your-gaming-handheld-test-your-hardware\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> and embedded below taking you through how to test all of the different buttons, joysticks, screens and features of your new GPD WIN MAX 2 2023. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything wp-block-embed-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"FyjGJBSvpv\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/test-your-hardware\/\">How To Test Your Hardware<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;How To Test Your Hardware&#8221; &#8212; DroiX Knowledge Base - Tutorials for Everything\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/test-your-hardware\/embed\/#?secret=TzHlANFVuT#?secret=FyjGJBSvpv\" data-secret=\"FyjGJBSvpv\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at DroiX, we\u2019re big proponents of the user\u2019s Right to Repair your device. So if you find any issues and feel confident enough to repair them we encourage you! Reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DroiX customer support<\/a>&nbsp;for any assistance in doing so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"windowsupdate\">Updating Windows Firmware &amp; Drivers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The second thing you&#8217;ve got to do when first getting started with your GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 is to ensure you&#8217;ve got the latest software and firmware. Not just for the latest features and performance but more importantly security updates. It&#8217;s super important to stay safe and be protected against the latest digital threats. Update your devices, people!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve got an article describing how to update Windows and its drivers <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/how-to-update-windows-and-drivers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> and embedded below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything wp-block-embed-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"TLsa1aVcPI\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/update-windows-and-drivers\/\">How to Update Windows and Drivers<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;How to Update Windows and Drivers&#8221; &#8212; DroiX Knowledge Base - Tutorials for Everything\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/update-windows-and-drivers\/embed\/#?secret=XTjpuf6fqw#?secret=TLsa1aVcPI\" data-secret=\"TLsa1aVcPI\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"firmware\">Updating GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 Firmware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the latest Windows updates, you now have to ensure you&#8217;re running the latest BIOS firmware. This will help improve stability, security and even hardware compatibility.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"mkb-shortcode-container\">        <div class=\"mkb-warning\">\n            <div class=\"mkb-warning__icon\">\n                <i class=\"fa fa-exclamation-triangle fa-lg\"><\/i>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mkb-warning__content\">\n                These updates are intended only for the <strong>GPD WIN MAX 2 (2023)<\/strong>. Do not install it on any other device.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>BIOS Firmware<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Download Link<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>V0.39<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/ES1ckYR345RAoBHwopthh10BV-bbnSRnl11ChuZV1IL2xA?e=QAkbvj\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/ES1ckYR345RAoBHwopthh10BV-bbnSRnl11ChuZV1IL2xA?e=QAkbvj\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>V0.38<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/EQGimcy30xlGrLtKrt5UQ1EBzvQZQg9Blq0oU8pO_tIRpw?e=8NTYSh\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/EQGimcy30xlGrLtKrt5UQ1EBzvQZQg9Blq0oU8pO_tIRpw?e=8NTYSh\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>V0.35<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/Ed1AIRQnURZCmATREFJGrhwBTQCqcGeF_s8a_QZJu2DBiQ?e=BZq3Lj\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/Ed1AIRQnURZCmATREFJGrhwBTQCqcGeF_s8a_QZJu2DBiQ?e=BZq3Lj\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>V0.30<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/EYiM4lPuFyRGn3N8_la9WoIBrawl3vMSleaVakfP7lKfLg?e=flJjUC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>V0.29<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/ETJXpCLMjUFGgRwRXX_1hsoBxG9JwhfwD-PEpYEJYDS_6Q?e=O9TvZW\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/droidbox.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/Purchasing\/ETJXpCLMjUFGgRwRXX_1hsoBxG9JwhfwD-PEpYEJYDS_6Q?e=O9TvZW\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"mkb-shortcode-container\">        <div class=\"mkb-tip\">\n            <div class=\"mkb-tip__icon\">\n                <i class=\"fa fa-lightbulb-o fa-lg\"><\/i>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mkb-tip__content\">\n                If you are experiencing issues with the latest <strong>BIOS update (V0.39)<\/strong> \u2013 which may include force rebooting, unstable performance, and more. We recommend rolling back to the <strong>V0.30 BIOS<\/strong>, which is stable and can also be found below.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n<p>If performing the rollback, we recommend <strong>disabling Secure Boot<\/strong> from the <strong>BIOS<\/strong>. To do this, enter your BIOS by restarting your device and repeatedly pressing the <strong>Delete key<\/strong> (may vary with the device model). Once inside the BIOS, <strong>disable Secure Boot<\/strong> \u2013 typically located in either the <strong>Security<\/strong>&nbsp;tab, the&nbsp;<strong>Boot<\/strong>&nbsp;tab, or the&nbsp;<strong>Authentication<\/strong>&nbsp;tab. <strong>Save and exit<\/strong>. You may need to go back into the BIOS to ensure the settings have changed, as we encountered an issue with them not saving the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To Install the BIOS Update, extract all the folder contents. Copy all files to a <strong>FAT32 formatted <\/strong>USB drive and insert it into the device&#8217;s USB port. With the power supply connected, switch on your WIN MAX 2 (2023) and press F7 until the boot option menu appears. <strong>Select the USB drive<\/strong> and the BIOS will update. Do not switch off your device during the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"amd\">Updating AMD Drivers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We also have a dedicated article on how to <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/how-to-uninstall-old-amd-graphics-drivers-and-install-new-ones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">install, update and delete AMD drivers here<\/a>, and also embedded below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything wp-block-embed-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"sm78KT6L01\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/update-amd-graphics-drivers\/\">How to uninstall old AMD graphics drivers and install new ones<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;How to uninstall old AMD graphics drivers and install new ones&#8221; &#8212; DroiX Knowledge Base - Tutorials for Everything\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/update-amd-graphics-drivers\/embed\/#?secret=jhePjLG6ka#?secret=sm78KT6L01\" data-secret=\"sm78KT6L01\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benchmark\">Stress Testing Your PC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alright, your device is working properly, with no issues with the buttons or anything like that, and you&#8217;ve got the latest updates all installed and ready to go. Do you really want to go in the slow lane and start downloading unreasonably large 100GB+ games, cough cough Call of Duty cough cough,. Or do you wanna take this baby for a spin? If the latter, take a look at our article here and embedded below to see what your GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 is capable of. Don&#8217;t worry, it&#8217;s designed to be able to handle the most intense workloads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything wp-block-embed-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"KMQLeIvTRz\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/how-to-benchmark\/\">How to Benchmark Your Windows Device<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;How to Benchmark Your Windows Device&#8221; &#8212; DroiX Knowledge Base - Tutorials for Everything\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/how-to-benchmark\/embed\/#?secret=RDO42lOVOh#?secret=KMQLeIvTRz\" data-secret=\"KMQLeIvTRz\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AMD Graphics Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"593\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756.png\" alt=\"AMD Graphics issues\" class=\"wp-image-56972\" style=\"width:350px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756.png 928w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756-768x491.png 768w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756-450x288.png 450w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-28-093756-780x498.png 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Example of graphical issues<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you are experiencing display issues on your GPD device, such as graphical glitches or crashes, it might be due to changes in AMD HYPR-RX Profiles. Disabling these graphics profiles and reverting to the default graphics profile, along with updating to the latest AMD drivers, usually resolves the problem. Follow the steps below to address these issues:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate the &#8216;Gaming&#8217; tab and then select &#8216;Graphics&#8217;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select &#8216;Default&#8217; under the &#8216;Global Gaming Experience&#8217; section.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1201\" data-id=\"56999\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.jpg\" alt=\"AMD Software - Navigate to 'Gaming'\" class=\"wp-image-56999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-1024x601.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-1536x901.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-450x264.jpg 450w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-780x457.jpg 780w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1-1600x938.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Navigate to &#8216;Gaming&#8217;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1201\" data-id=\"56988\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.jpg\" alt=\"AMD Software -Navigate to 'Graphics' and select 'Default'\" class=\"wp-image-56988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-1024x601.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-1536x901.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-450x264.jpg 450w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-780x457.jpg 780w, https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2-1600x938.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Navigate to &#8216;Graphics&#8217; and select &#8216;Default&#8217;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"mkb-shortcode-container\">        <div class=\"mkb-info\">\n            <div class=\"mkb-info__icon\">\n                <i class=\"fa fa-info-circle fa-lg\"><\/i>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mkb-info__content\">\n                These steps apply to all devices with AMD graphics cards, not just GPD devices. Following these guidelines can help ensure stable and optimized performance across various systems.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n<p>We recommend keeping the default graphics profile to ensure an optimised and stable performance for your device, as any changes may result in graphical display issues if they are not correctly configured. Please be aware that the AMD Software: Adrenaline Edition software is available for all devices that use AMD Graphics, so the capabilities of each device vary differently. However, if the issue assists, please reach out to our <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Customer Support team<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Software<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handheld Companion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s not forget, this is <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product-attribute\/operating-system\/windows-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product-attribute\/operating-system\/windows-11\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Windows 11<\/a>. If you\u2019re not a fan of the preinstalled companion apps, you can install whatever you\u2019d like as long as it is supported. Software such as <a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/Valkirie\/HandheldCompanion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Handheld Companion<\/a> is one that we highly recommend! You can unlock even more additional controls and settings, including setting up hotkeys for your personalized functions. Or enabling on-screen stats to keep a close eye on performance. And even enabling and adjusting motion control allows you to get just that much more immersed in your games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is so useful, that we have partnered with them to ensure they get the hardware to support the devices we sell! You can learn more about Handheld Companion in our article <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/handheld-companion\/?utm_source=socialmedia&#038;utm_medium=link&#038;utm_campaign=Handheld_Companion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> or the video below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"We love Handheld Companion for ASUS ROG ALLY, GPD, ONEXPLAYER, AYA NEO and STEAM DECK handheld PC&#039;s\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v73GMHgRYac?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gaming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Game Stores<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What you&#8217;re here for, the GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 has got in spades. Windows is far and away the best platform for gaming. It&#8217;s the gold standard the likes of the SteamOS try to emulate, we&#8217;ve got full-fat <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/windows\/windows-11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Windows 11<\/a> on the GPD WIN MAX 2 2023. Whatever you can do on your gaming PC you can do here. With full support for Steam, XBOX Game Pass, GeForce Now, Epic Games, EA, Radeon Games, GOG Galaxy and many, many, many more. You won&#8217;t have an issue running your library of games and adding to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Operating Systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also install other operating systems if you are familiar with the process and the potential risks it involves. While it is unlikely you can break the hardware, you would likely need to uninstall Windows, install another OS and configure it. Also do expect some bugs and compatibility issues as often these other operating systems are work in progress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to try a Steam OS-like user interface and operating system for example, then we can suggest HoloISO. Please read the requirements, and known bugs and set up instructions first. Please note that we do not provide support for other operating systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Retro Gaming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you fancy delving into the past you can play your retro game ROMs, that you definitely own! You can use emulator frontends such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.retroarch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">RetroArch<\/a> or individual emulators such as <a href=\"https:\/\/rpcs3.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">RPCS3<\/a> for PlayStation 3. By adding ROMs you can capture the past in the present day and play all of your favourites from your GPD WIN MAX 2 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to set up RetroArch in our article <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/how-to-install-and-set-up-retroarch-on-your-windows-or-android-devices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here <\/a>and embedded below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything wp-block-embed-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"5iLtFsxM6d\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/retroarch\/\">How to install and set up RetroArch on your Windows or Android devices<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;How to install and set up RetroArch on your Windows or Android devices&#8221; &#8212; DroiX Knowledge Base - Tutorials for Everything\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/retroarch\/embed\/#?secret=MshIg52oxL#?secret=5iLtFsxM6d\" data-secret=\"5iLtFsxM6d\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Launchers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not a fan of the desktop environment and want a more console-like experience? Install from several launchers to provide a smooth, creative and gaming-focused experience. Launchers such as Steam Big Screen, <a href=\"https:\/\/playnite.link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Playnite<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gog.com\/galaxy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">GOG Galaxy<\/a> collate your games in one beautiful screen. They allow you to easily find, run and categorise all of the games on your PC, whether it&#8217;s from <a href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Steam<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epicgames.com\/site\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Epic Games<\/a>, EA, XBOX or anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connecting with the GPD G1 eGPU docking station<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/gpd-g1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GPD G1 eGPU docking station<\/a> provides more USB ports as well as HDMI and DisplayPort to your monitor or TV. The main attraction is the built-in Radeon RX 7600M XT eGPU! It can run your games at higher FPS and visuals and with an external monitor at higher resolutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 features an Oculink port so you can take advantage of the best data transfer speeds. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/getting-started-with-the-gpd-g1-egpu-docking-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Getting Started with the GPD G1 eGPU docking station guide<\/a>, also embedded below, shows how to set up and use the GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 with GPD G1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything wp-block-embed-droix-knowledge-base-tutorials-for-everything\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"a9V3I30xyp\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/gpd-g1-egpu-docking-station\/\">Getting Started with the GPD G1 eGPU Docking Station<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Getting Started with the GPD G1 eGPU Docking Station&#8221; &#8212; DroiX Knowledge Base - Tutorials for Everything\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/knowledge-base\/article\/gpd-g1-egpu-docking-station\/embed\/#?secret=x4SJ2KsTnZ#?secret=a9V3I30xyp\" data-secret=\"a9V3I30xyp\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replacement Parts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do have any issues with your device, get in contact with us first <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. We can advise on the best next steps to keep your device running for years to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessories and Add-Ons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s incredible, right? Your new gaming handheld can do so much already, what more is there? Believe me, there&#8217;s more. With additional accessories and add-ons available for the GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 you can take your device to an even higher level, and keep it running for years to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/gpd-g1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GPD G1 eGPU docking station<\/a>: The docking station offers all your usual USB, DisplayPort and HDMI ports expandability but the main highlight is the built-in graphics card. The GPD G1 has a high-performance <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product-attribute\/graphics-gpu-model\/radeon-rx-7600m-xt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Radeon RX 7600M XT<\/a> eGPU capable of running the latest games at higher graphics settings and high resolutions on an external monitor. Read our full review of it <a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/gpd-g1-egpu-docking-station-review\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/gulikit-kingkong-2-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GuliKit KingKong 2 Pro Controller<\/a>: This high-quality game controller by GuliKit offers an advanced level of precision and control for avid gamers. It\u2019s equipped with a high-speed chip for lower latency, dual vibration motors for immersive haptic feedback, and a powerful battery for extended gameplay sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-4.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-76208\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/fx8s-usb-type-c-hub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FX8S USB Type-C Hub<\/a>: The FX8S USB Type-C Hub is a versatile and portable device that extends your device\u2019s connectivity. It includes a variety of ports, including HDMI, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/USB_3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">USB Type-A<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.pcmag.com\/laptop-how-to\/40348\/what-is-usb-c-an-explainer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">USB Type-C<\/a>, and SD card readers, providing comprehensive compatibility with a range of peripherals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/micro-sd-card-tf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Micro SD Card UHS-I TF Flash Memory Card \u2013 DroiX<\/a>: This is a high-speed, high-capacity MicroSD card from DroiX. Designed for fast data transfer and reliable storage. It\u2019s perfect for expanding the memory capacity of a device for storing games, photos, music, and more. The card is UHS-I enabled, ensuring fast and efficient data transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/biwin-2230\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BiWin 2230 NVMe Storage PCI-e SSD \u2013 DroiX<\/a>: The BiWin 2230 NVMe is a compact and high-speed SSD that uses the PCI Express interface for quick data transfer. The <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/M.2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PCI-e SSD<\/a> provides faster load times and improves the overall responsiveness of your device. It&#8217;s ideal for gaming, content creation, and multitasking. It\u2019s perfect for users looking to upgrade their device\u2019s storage with a reliable and fast solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/portable-monitor-with-touchscreen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15.6\u201d4K Portable Monitor with touchscreen<\/a> |&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/product\/15-6-4k-portable-monitor-with-stylus-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15.6\u2033 4K portable monitor with stylus support<\/a>: These portable monitors offer a stunning 4K resolution across their 15.6\u2033 display. The monitor comes with touchscreen capabilities and even has an option for stylus support. It is fantastic for artists, note-takers, handwriting enthusiasts and more. It\u2019s the perfect addition to get that extra screen real estate with your GPD WIN MAX 2 2023. Its slim and lightweight design makes it easy to carry around.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-5.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-76223\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whew! That was a long read. That should cover just about everything to get you up and running with your brand-new device. Go have fun and play all your faves! 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